Russianprospects.com is reporting Ak Bars Kazan and Lightning prospect goaltender Vasily Koshechkin have parted ways. Koshechkin was forced out of the lineup for Kazan earlier in the season when NHL veteran Robert Esche was signed by the club, joining former NHLer Mikka Noronen as the team's two netminders.

In an article published on tampabaylightning.com, Lightning Assistant General Manager Claude Loiselle gives an in depth interview about what's on tap for the Lightning organization next season in terms of its prospects.